Lunch ideas when working from home

It can be hard to think of new ideas for lunch each day at home, here are some healthy options you can try

When working from home each day we may struggle with ideas for what to have for lunch while trying to be relatively healthy. It’s important that we eat healthy during the day as much as possible to look after our overall well being and give us the energy we need.

Simple lunch ideas

Here are some quick and easy lunch ideas to try.

Baked Potato

This baked potato recipe is simple as there is very little preparation involved once you make sure to put the potatoes in the oven before lunch time.

Ingredients:

2 large potatoes (scrubbed but not peeled)

Filling of your choice (beans, cheese, tuna, bacon etc.)

Method:

Pre-heat the oven to 220°C / 425°F / Gas Mark 7.

Wash the potatoes, then prick them all over with a fork.

Bake in a pre-heated oven for 45-60 minutes or until the inside is tender.

Omelette

Omelettes are a quick and easy option for lunch and you can mix it up by adding in fillings of your choice.

For the dressing, mix three parts olive oil to one-part balsamic vinegar. Pour over salad, season with salt and pepper and serve, hot or cold.

Fish Cakes

Fish cakes are a great way to add fish into your diet. Although they take a little more preparation, you could make them in advance of your work week and cook for lunch as needed. Read our tips on meal planning here.

Ingredients:

350g cooked white fish (cod or whiting)

6 potatoes cooked and mashed pepper

25g low-fat spread

2 dessert spoons chopped parsley

1 tablespoon of vegetable oil

2 beaten eggs

75g brown breadcrumbs (3 slices)

2 dessert spoons flour

Method:

Place the flaked fish, potatoes, butter, parsley, salt and pepper and 1 beaten egg in a bowl and mix gently with a fork. Place in the fridge for 30 minutes.

Roll into a long ‘snake’ on a floured surface. Cut into 8 portions and shape each into a flat round.